Tales of Elyria

Official Rulebook

Before delving into the rules of Elyria, it's essential to understand the dynamic and immersive nature of our server. Our world offers various roles essential for the development and governance of Elyria, including the King, the Royal Family, the Town Guard, players who ascend to the position of Lords of City-States, and even shop owners.

These roles come with unique responsibilities and opportunities for interaction within the world. The waters surrounding Elyria are treacherous and unforgiving, harboring dangers from storms and sea monsters to rival ships seeking plunder.

In Elyria, your character's presence remains in the world at all times, whether you're online or offline, allowing for a truly immersive experience where the world evolves even in your absence. This server is designed for adults, and as such, mature themes and interactions may occur, requiring all players to act responsibly and respectfully towards one another.

Consent sheets are " Mandatory " for any interactions involving sensitive or adult themes. To ensure a fair and enjoyable experience for all, players must abide by the rules outlined in our server guidelines, maintaining order, fairness, and respect within the community.

General Rules

Your In-game name must be your Discord Name.
Complete & Submit a Consent Sheet.
Complete & Submit a Whitelist Application
All players must be 18+
No Powergaming: Players should not control or dictate the actions or outcomes of other characters without their consent.
No Metagaming: Characters should only act on information that their character would realistically know, not information obtained out-of-character.
No Stream Sniping: Do not use information gained from watching a stream or other out-of-character source to gain an advantage in the game.
Respect Roleplay Consent: Respect the boundaries and preferences of other players, including their comfort level with certain types of roleplay.
No Godmodding: Players should not make their characters invincible or override the actions of other characters without proper justification.
In-Character Conflict Resolution: Resolve conflicts between characters through in-character interactions and roleplay, avoiding personal grudges or out-of-character animosity.
No Harassment or Discrimination: Treat all players with respect and refrain from engaging in harassment, discrimination, or offensive behavior based on race, gender, sexual orientation, etc.
Stay In Character: Maintain immersion by staying in character during roleplay interactions, using out-of-character communication sparingly and appropriately.
Respect Roleplay Settings and Lore: Adhere to the established setting and lore of the roleplay community, avoiding actions or elements that contradict the established canon.
In situations where scenarios may fall into a gray area of the rules, it is the responsibility of the staff to make the final decision on player matters

Zero Tolerance

At TOE, we uphold a zero-tolerance policy towards behaviors that compromise the integrity, safety, and inclusivity of our community.

Exploiting bugs, glitching, hacking, or engaging in any form of cheating is strictly prohibited.

Players found to be exploiting or cheating will face immediate disciplinary action, including potential bans from the server.

Out-of-character discrimination or slurs targeting someone's race, ethnic background, sexual orientation, or disabilities are not tolerated.

Harassment, including sexual harassment, sexism, racism, or hate speech, is expressly forbidden and will result in severe consequences.

Stalking or engaging in predatory behavior towards fellow community members or minors is completely unacceptable.

Any form of harassment, whether in-game or on associated platforms, will be swiftly addressed by our moderation team.

Suicide roleplay is prohibited on our server. This includes any depiction or discussion of self-harm or suicidal ideation.

Roleplay bleed, where in-character emotions or conflicts affect out-of-character relationships, is not permitted.

We encourage players to maintain a clear distinction between in-character and out-of-character interactions to preserve a healthy and respectful community environment.

Any violations of these rules will result in immediate disciplinary action, including warnings, temporary suspensions, or permanent bans from the server, depending on the severity of the offense.

Language & Communication

The official language of the server is English. All in-game communication, including voice chat and text chat, should be conducted in English to ensure clear and effective communication among players.

Players are required to have a working microphone with decent quality to participate in voice chat and enhance the immersive roleplaying experience.

Mute characters are permitted on the server, but players must submit a ticket and obtain staff permission before roleplaying as a mute character.

In situations where staff intervention is required, their actions take priority over any ongoing in-game engagements.

Players should ensure their character is in a safe location to address staff-related concerns via Discord or other designated communication channels.

Building, Thrall and Pet Limits

Tales of Elyria Build Limits

Players must make a clan before building even if solo! 6 player limit per clan.

Be warned, once a ship is launched you can not build on it any further.

Dice Rolls

Dice must be cast in the proper Discord channel after engaging and being downed in PVP.

Duels for practice are excluded from this ruling.

All active players must adhere to the text that corresponds with the number rolled.

If you are a victim of nonconsensual sex. You do not have to roll dice for pregnancy.

The Victor of any PVP engagement may only cut off one limb of the victim during the entire engagement if the correct parameters are met with the victim’s roll. This counts as Torture, be sure to check your victim’s consents before performing any actions.

ERP Dice should only be cast by the female party.

Deathroll Dice should only be cast by the victim.

This system was created to ensure a fair, and revolving world where consequence and triumph and luck all have a fair chance. Please do not attempt to circumvent it.

The channels for rolling dice in are: Death Rolls

Theft rules

No Notifications Needed: Players are allowed to seize any unattended items they come across outside a locked structure without notifying other players.

Thieves can attract mounts by using whistles. Once attracted, mounts can be stolen by

the thief.

Under any circumstances absolutely no theft of magical abilities or racial items.

Players can attempt to lockpick or kick doors to gain entry into locked areas.

While theft is allowed, there may be consequences if caught by Guards or other players, such as bounties, Fines, Jail, or possibly death

Players may not use explosives of any kind to gain entrance to property.

If you are using a lockpick, siege weapon, Crowbar, or Door Kick to forcibly enter someone’s home and they are not present. You must leave detailed poi at the scene of the crime. You must leave at least two poi and place one at the point of entry.

POI can be attained by pressing Shift + R and clicking on the POI Icon.

Robbery Rules

In order to initiate a robbery you must first flag yourself for pvp by drawing a weapon. Then you must clearly announce your intentions to rob the victim. If the victim draws a weapon to defend themselves. You must adhere to PVP Dice rules if someone is downed as a result.

This means that you cannot then rob the victim unless the victim rolls appropriately. Players should remember by not conceding to a robbery they are possibly risking their very lives.

While robbing a cooperative player. You may choose up to

3 non-magical or Racial items to steal.

If a player rolls 1-5: You are wounded slightly, but as the battle turns south, you manage to escape. You must allow them to leave the scene and escape. You may give chase for a while for theatrics but under no circumstances should they be captured or downed. This is only in effect if they have been downed previously.

If someone is blindfolded, bound in any way, or attached to a slavery device during the robbery. The item should be removed when the engagement is over. You may not leave blindfolds or chains on players to hinder the discovery of your identity and prevent consequences.

If a player is killed during a robbery attempt via Dice. The thieves are entitled to all the items they may carry from the corpse except magical or racial items. ( You may now Execute the Unconscious player in the radial menu for AHDS. This is a permadeath. )

PVP Rules

Flagging for PVP

Drawing a Weapon: A player flags themselves for PVP by drawing their weapon.

/pvp Command: After drawing a weapon, the initiating player must type /pvp in chat.

This provides clear intent and creates a staff log of the engagement.

Response from Opponent: The other player must also type /pvp to confirm they are willing to engage.

Engaging in Combat

Once both players have drawn weapons and typed /pvp, the fight may begin immediately.

If the other player refuses to draw their weapon or does not type /pvp, they are opting out of combat and may not be attacked.

Exception to Refusal

If the refusing player continues to act verbally disrespectful, refuses to roleplay, or intentionally antagonizes the initiating player, combat may proceed under the following conditions:

The initiating player must have ample video proof showing the refusing party’s refusal to roleplay and/or clear antagonization.

If the incident is reported in a ticket, video evidence will be required to substantiate claims of justified combat under this exception.

Players attempting to invoke this rule without sufficient proof risk administrative penalties for misuse.

If you are boarded in the middle of the Sea or someone is breaking into your property you may use PVP without initiation to defend yourself and belongings.

If a player is dismembered in a PVP engagement. They must open a ticket after the scene is over with this format.

Player Name :

Body Part Dismembered :

Player who inflicted injury :

This allows staff to give you a new mandatory limb cosmetic. Alternatively after communication with staff players will have the option to choose an available dismemberment cosmetic from the accessories menu. Players who have lost both arms like the picture below are prohibited from engaging in combat using weapons. However, if they have learned magical abilities. They may compete with them.

The above picture represents a player that has survived deathrolls four times but has possibly met unmerciful opponents.

You always retain the option to show mercy to another player regardless of dice rolls except when someone immediately dies after being downed.

When you choose to dismember a character. You are changing them forever. Please remember that and make wise choices.

Naval PVP Rules

The Open Sea is a Kill-On-Sight (KOS) zone for ships actively piloting within its waters. While in this area:

Players may fire cannons at other ships, attempt to rob them, and engage in violent acts as permitted by mutual consent.

This rule applies only to ship-to-ship combat and does not extend to underwater activities.

Sea Communication and Environment

Communication between ships at sea is inherently challenging, making peaceful encounters rare. It is unlikely for ships to simply pull alongside one another for casual conversation in an area fraught with danger.

As a result, the Open Sea has been designated as a hazardous zone where caution and vigilance are essential.

Sea Communication System: Flag Colors

To enhance communication and roleplay at sea, players can use in-game flags as a visual language. Raising specific flag colors or designs can signal intentions to other ships.

Below are suggested Pirate Flag Codes for use.

Flag Codes

White Flag

Universal sign of peace or surrender.

Use if you wish to avoid combat or signal non-hostile intent.

(( You may rob surrendering players, torture and other acts determined by consent sheet. ))

Black Flag

Indicates neutrality but warns that the ship is prepared for battle if necessary.

Red Flag

A sign of aggression or intent to attack.

Historically, the "Bloody Red" warned of no quarter given (a fight to the death).

Blue Flag

Request for parley or negotiation.

A peaceful signal indicating a desire to communicate before escalating conflict.

Yellow Flag

Represents disease or distress.

Use roleplay scenarios involving sickness or to ask for aid.

Green Flag

A sign of safe passage or trade.

Indicates the ship is open to friendly trade or non-hostile interaction.

Skull and Crossbones

Classic pirate symbol indicating intent to rob or attack.

If you’re setting sail, here’s an important update about flagging for your ship! All flagging is done using the Pippi item "Flaggi." These flags are strictly for ship communication purposes—ensuring smooth and immersive interactions on the water.

Please refrain from using "Flaggi" for anything outside of ship-related activities to keep everything running seamlessly.

Participant Limit

Maximum Players per Ship: Each ship may have up to 10 players actively participating in a ship battle.

Maximum Engagement Size: Ship battles are limited to 10 vs. 10, meaning no more than 10 players from each side may participate at any given time.

Participation Rules

Active Combatants

Only those aboard the ship and actively fighting (through PVP or cannonfire) are considered combatants.

If additional players are aboard but exceed the 10-player limit, they may not engage until one of their team is incapacitated.

Incapacitation and Rotations

Once a combatant is downed, they must remain out of the fight for its duration.

Remaining non-combatants aboard may rotate into active combat roles as replacements if they were initially non-participatory.

Ship Combat Rules

Downed Players

If you are downed by PVP combat, cannonfire, or any other means during a ship engagement, you must remain out of the conflict for its duration.

Downed players are considered incapacitated and cannot rejoin the fight until it has fully concluded.

Ship Incapacitation

A ship is considered incapacitated once all players aboard have been downed.

At this point, the ship can no longer defend itself, and raiders may board to loot containers, bodies, and take captives.

Aftermath for Downed Players

Downed players aboard an incapacitated ship may:

Conduct a Deathroll to determine survival in Discord (via the /r 1D20 command).

Roleplay injuries sustained during the battle.

Await capture or release by the raiders, as determined by the victor's roleplay intentions.

Pillaging and Capturing

Looting

Raiders may loot the ship’s containers and bodies freely once all players have conducted dice rolls if applicable.

Any stolen goods are at the discretion of the raiders and must be roleplayed.

Captives

Surviving players may be taken captive by raiders for ransom, interrogation, or other roleplay scenarios.

Captives should roleplay their condition (injured, restrained, etc.) realistically.

Escape Attempts

Captive players may attempt escape at any moment, provided it aligns with the ongoing roleplay.

Player Responsibilities

Ship Crews

Always remain on alert for threats both on the waves and below the surface.

Island Dwellers

Players living on remote islands or otherwise not on ships are not subject to KOS rules and must be engaged through normal roleplay interactions.

Docking and Pursuits

If a ship docks during an ongoing battle, the fight does not end. You may continue your assault on land without waiting for the enemy to draw their weapons, provided you choose to follow them.

Pregnancy

Conception is the easiest part of the journey.

To determine if a character is pregnant, players must visit the Tideland Hospital and speak with Mother Pias. Mother Pias will oversee the Pregnancy Dice Roll, which follows these guidelines.

Initial Roll

Players roll to determine pregnancy status.

Failure to Conceive

If the roll fails, another attempt can be made after a 4-hour cooldown.

Randomized Outcome

The process is entirely RNG (Random Number Generation), meaning success can occur on the first roll or require several attempts.

All rolls must be conducted through Nurse Rose to ensure accountability and adherence to Elyria’s roleplay rules.

Pregnancy and Childbirth Process in Elyria

Pregnancy in Elyria unfolds in stages, immersing players in an engaging and dynamic experience.

Stage 1: Pregnancy Progression

Players will experience cravings, cramps, and other effects, reflected in occasional flavor text. These may include temperature fluctuations, sickness, general discomfort, or pain from kicks, which can result in minor HP loss.

Duration: This stage lasts approximately 1 hour or until the player’s water breaks, signaling the transition to labor.

Stage 2: Delivery

Players are taken to the Delivery Room in Tideland Hospital to give birth.

After delivery, the child’s sex is revealed, and the player is moved to the Milking Wing of the Maternity Hall to begin postnatal care.

Stage 3: Milk Production

To care for the newborn, players must produce 100 bottles of Milk:

First Feeding Deadline

Within 30 minutes of birth, the child requires an initial 20 bottles.

Subsequent Feedings

Each feeding consumes 20 bottles until the child is satisfied.

Stage 4: Thrall Transition

Once fully nourished, the child matures into a full-grown thrall.

Players may then place them in the world, equip them with weapons, and utilize them like any other thrall in gameplay.

Heirs may be assassinated. If you or a member of your party has slain an heir please open a ticket and notify Staff so that way we can update our notes.

Players may have a maximum of four heirs at one time each.

There is no form of contraception in this world.

“ How many kids do you have? Is now a valid question. “

The entire pregnancy system is opt-in via consent sheet.

Players who wish to RP pregnancy but do not want to do full ERP scenes must FTB.

When engaging in pregnancy roleplay, prioritize the safety and well-being of your character's unborn child above all else. This includes making decisions that prioritize the child's health and safety over your character's own desires or interests.

Characters who are pregnant may not participate in violent acts, combat, or any gameplay that would impose physical strain or risk harm to the character's body. This ensures the safety of both the mother and the unborn child.

If your character is being held up by another player, it is mandatory to comply with their demands to ensure the safety of both yourself and your unborn child.

If your character finds themselves in the vicinity of a violent scenario that does not directly involve them, it is imperative to vacate the area as safely and discreetly as possible to avoid putting the unborn child at risk.

The outcomes of failed pregnancies or child deaths are determined by rolling dice to maintain fairness and unpredictability in the roleplay experience. This ensures that all players have an equal chance of experiencing various outcomes.

Characters undergoing pregnancy roleplay must equip pregnancy-related items for the duration of the pregnancy. This includes any necessary attire, accessories, or equipment to accurately portray the physical condition of the character. These items are received after interactions with the Mother Pias.

Only you or your partner may choose to roleplay as your heir after permadeath. You may not give friends a second life via your heir.

You may not sell your heirs to other players.

If you have stolen a newborn heir please open a ticket so staff can update notes.

Hygiene

Here, players are not only tasked with the simple act of cleansing but are entrusted with the responsibility of maintaining their character's appearance and social standing. Before submerging into the tranquil waters, a visit to the attentive bath house attendant is in order. Purchase your choice of soap, each variant promising unique benefits and extended periods of cleanliness. With soap in hand, you're ready to head to the bath and experience comfort during your cleansing journey.

But the significance of this bathing system extends far beyond mere personal hygiene. In the bustling streets of Elyria, interactions with NPCs are governed by your character's cleanliness. Present yourself to the town guards, town criers, or esteemed quest NPCs with a fresh and well-groomed appearance to earn their trust and cooperation. Meanwhile, those engaged in shady dealings may find solace in their disheveled state, earning the favor of characters associated with the black market or thief quests.

As you immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of roleplay within the bath house, engaging in conversations and forging connections with fellow players, remember that every action holds consequences. Choose your soap wisely, as higher-quality options offer prolonged effects, allowing you to go longer periods without the need for a bath. However, neglecting personal hygiene may lead to ostracization from certain NPCs and restricted access to vital services such as general stores.

Whitelisted Roles

The King - This player controls world taxes, laws, the guard, and new city-states that erupt. Players will be able to visit the King in his throne room and go over politics, feast, and perhaps even try to assassinate him.

The Royal Family - This group consists of the Queen, a Royal advisor, and other royal denizens or servants. These are all supporting characters of the King and the royal responsibility.

Town Guard - These people protect the Royalty, and the main port. They have the ability to knock out players, and throw them in jail for breaking laws. They will also be sent out to chase individuals. This faction can receive alerts via Discord in specified channels. For Help by citizens, and Summoned by Royalty. ( Apply in Discord )

Shopkeep - This player owns a business. ( Apply in Discord )

Hub Leadership - This player or group of players is in control of a Hub. They set laws, taxes, commune with Gods, and provide a live storyline for people of their race.

If a player attacks a member of the Royal family of Elyria. If the attacker is downed instead of rolling the dice. The player may either be publicly executed or jailed for a duration depending on the judgment of the King. If the King is not available at that current moment. The player will be held in jail until such an arrival.

In the event of a successful assassination of the King. His eldest heir will regardless of GENDER rule in his stead as King.

If the King has no heir, the world will undergo an election and a head of an approved City-State will become King or Queen. This will be done via thespian so as to not disrupt immersion. The names of City-State leaders will be added into a ballot in Tideland and all players will be invited to cast their vote using the Thespian. The elected Lord will become King and staff will reach out to that person for briefing and equipment. In the case of a lack of city-states, Staff will retain the role as an actor until such a replacement can be found.

City States

Players have the opportunity to shape the course of history by establishing their own city-states. This journey begins with a solemn oath of loyalty to the King, ruler of the land, and a willingness to serve on his esteemed council. Upon pledging allegiance, players gain the right to forge their own destinies as leaders of autonomous city-states within the realm of Elyria.

However, such leadership doesn't come without sacrifice. To ascend to the position of city-state leader, players must pay a substantial starter fee of 800 gold, demonstrating their commitment to the King's vision and their dedication to the prosperity of their fledgling realm. This investment serves as the cornerstone of their city-state's foundation, providing the necessary resources and infrastructure to establish a thriving community within the borders of Elyria.

Yet, the allure of leadership extends beyond the confines of a city-state. As city-state leaders, players enter into the realm of politics, where ambition and aspiration converge. With each leader officially in the running to become the next King, the prospect of succession looms large, particularly in the absence of viable heirs to the throne. Should the King pass away without a clear successor, the mantle of rulership falls upon those who garner enough votes from their peers and fellow city-state leaders.

Thus, within the hallowed halls of Tideland, the capital city of Elyria, the stage is set for a grand saga of ambition, intrigue, and power. As players navigate the complexities of governance, diplomacy, and warfare, they vie not only for the prosperity of their own city-states but also for the ultimate prize: the crown of Elyria itself. In this land of opportunity and uncertainty, the tales of Elyria are written by those bold enough to seize their destiny and shape the fate of the realm.

As leaders of their respective city-states, players hold considerable authority and responsibility, including the ability to levy taxes on their citizens, enact their own laws, and administer justice within their borders.

Taxation serves as a vital source of revenue for city-states, allowing leaders to fund essential services, infrastructure projects, and the maintenance of law and order within their territories. While citizens already pay a general tax to the Kingdom, city-state leaders have the discretion to impose additional taxes tailored to the needs and priorities of their own communities.

Furthermore, city-state leaders wield the power to legislate and enforce their own laws, shaping the legal framework that governs the conduct of their citizens. These laws may cover a wide range of topics, including property rights, commerce, public safety, and social behavior, ensuring order and stability within the city-state's jurisdiction.

In cases of wrongdoing or criminal behavior, city-state leaders have the authority to apprehend and detain suspects, erecting holding cells within their city-state for this purpose. However, all prisoners must be brought before the city-guard, who serve as the guardians of justice within the Kingdom. The city-guard is responsible for ensuring that due process is followed and that prisoners are brought before the King for quarrel ceases and judgment, unless they are classified as slaves.

War

City-states hold the power to engage in conflicts of epic proportions, where the stakes are high and the consequences profound. As the sole entities permitted to wage war against one another, city-states have the opportunity to settle disputes, and assert their dominance in the realm of Elyria.

When two city-states declare war on each other, they do so with full knowledge of the risks and rewards involved. Wars between city-states are exempt from the usual dice roll consequences, allowing players to engage in combat with certainty and determination. However, the outcome of the war is decisive: the losing city-state forfeits its title and must dismantle what remains of its city from the ravages of war.

Each city-state must assemble a war roster consisting of up to 10 players, who will represent their faction in the conflict. These brave warriors will engage in combat until all players from the opposing city-state war roster are downed, signaling the end of the war. Wars may last as long as necessary, with no restrictions on intensity.

During wartime, players are required to wear their clan colors, display banners, or otherwise represent themselves as members of their respective city-states. Two sets of banners will be given to all fighting parties by staff; these banners should be equipped to both parties easily identifying themselves as a fighting party.

City-state leaders must provide a full list of participants to server staff via ticket, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the conflict resolution process. This allows for fair and impartial oversight, safeguarding the integrity of the server and the enjoyment of all players involved.

If over 50% of a city-states rostered fighters are downed. The war will conclude three days from then. Either the city-state with less fighters is victorious in this time period or they automatically concede.

In war, players are granted full consent to utilize any means of violence deemed appropriate, including explosives and other destructive weaponry.

However, no allies may be enlisted in the conflict, and no wars may ever be declared on the capital city of Tideland, preserving its status as a neutral ground for all players to enjoy.

With these rules and regulations in place, wars between city-states become thrilling spectacles of strategy, skill, and determination.

During war any loot obtained from enemy chests or storage may be kept by the thieves. Players may steal as much as they can carry.

All players involved in the War have a single life. Players who have been downed in a war MAY NOT under any circumstances help or rejoin the war effort.

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